Better via Bitcoin
The Stacks Open Internet Foundation works toward a more equitable, more open internet by supporting Bitcoin-forward technology ecosystems and their technologists.
What we do
Research & Development
We support independent researchers, contributors, and collaborators to help build a more secure internet through research and development of open-source technology.
Education
We produce and support educational programs, events, and resources to new and developers, allowing them to contribute to a more equitable and secure internet built on Bitcoin and its burgeoning ecosystem of layers and tooling.
Governance
We facilitate ongoing governance processes for open-source software, maintain open forums for community discussion, and provide leadership and guidance to support decentralized decision-making.
How We Do It
What The Stacks Foundation Focuses On And Why
Lead Like A Gardener Part 5: Governance and the Stacks Foundation
Lead Like A Gardener Part 4: Security at the Stacks Foundation
Lead Like A Gardener Part 3: Community Strategy at the Stacks Foundation
Lead Like A Gardener Part 2: Events and the Stacks Foundation
Lead Like A Gardener Part 1: Adaptability and ‘Team of Teams’
Who we are
Our team
  • Adam Haun
    Community Programs Lead
  • Claire Topalian
    Head of Content
  • Ileana Malacrino
    Partnerships and Activation Project Manager
  • Jesse Wiley
    Integration and Security Lead
  • Jude Nelson
    Research Scientist
  • Kenny Rogers
    Developer Advocate
  • Martha Young
    Chief of Staff
  • Mitchell Cuevas
    Interim Executive Director
  • Rick Bartelink
    Head of Amplification
  • Shakti Pradhan
    Finance Manager
  • Shannon Voight
    Director, Events Activation
  • Will Corcoran
    Ecosystem Program Manager
Stacks Foundation Board
  • Brittany Laughlin
    Brittany is the Founder of the Stacks Foundation and has now stepped in to lead the board as Chairperson. She is an experienced investor, company builder, and connector.
  • Antonie Hodge
    Antonie is the Operations Director at Coin Center and a crypto veteran with a rich background in non-profit work having served as a Director at ZCash and Brink.
  • Meltem Demirors
    Meltem Demirors is Chief Strategy Officer of CoinShares and serves as a trusted partner to investors and entrepreneurs navigating the digital asset ecosystem.